CATIS: No Benefit of BP Reduction in Acute Phase of Stroke

CATIS: No Benefit of BP Reduction in Acute Phase of Stroke
DALLAS, Texas — A randomized trial finds no benefit of treating acute ischemic stroke patients with elevated blood pressure using antihypertensive medications in the first 48 hours after an event. Results of the China Antihypertensive Trial in Acute … Read more on Medscape

The Brief: Texas Political News for Nov. 15, 2013
Brackenridge could see more cancer patients if 'Obamacare' concerns linger (Austin American-Statesman): "The already stressed safety-net cancer treatment facility in Austin could see long wait times for care if private treatment centers cannot resolve … Read more on Texas Tribune

New Drug Is Legal But Might Not Be Safe
Todd Bunger researches emerging drugs at Arapahoe House, a local drug treatment center. “If they are saying it's not meant for human consumption maybe … But a mother in Texas has her suspicions. Patty Smith said she thought her daughter was having … Read more on